From Lagos to Nairobi

A new African venture, GodoFreda, has officially launched with an ambitious mission: to build indigenous infrastructure that empowers businesses to participate more effectively in the continent’s rapidly expanding global trade ecosystem. At a time when Africa is deepening economic integration through initiatives such as the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), the company aims to…

The construction technology (ConTech) industry is undergoing a profound transformation as artificial intelligence (AI) reshapes how infrastructure is designed, built, and managed. Around the world, developers, engineers, and governments are increasingly adopting intelligent technologies to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and deliver projects faster. Among the professionals contributing to this shift is Abideen Sobanke, whose work…

Kenya’s cryptocurrency market is entering a new era as leading digital asset platforms, including Binance, Luno, Yellow Card, and several other exchanges, prepare to apply for operating licences under the country’s proposed cryptocurrency regulatory framework. The move signals growing confidence in Kenya’s digital asset ecosystem and reflects a broader shift across Africa toward formal oversight…

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming industries across Africa, but it is also becoming a powerful tool for cybercriminals. A new cybersecurity report warns that AI now plays a role in more than half of the cyberattacks recorded across the continent, highlighting the growing sophistication of digital threats targeting businesses, governments, and individuals. According to…

African mobility fintech startup Moove has officially joined the ranks of the continent’s unicorns after raising $250 million in a Series C funding round, pushing its valuation above the $1 billion mark. The milestone highlights growing investor confidence in technology companies that solve real-world challenges while building scalable businesses across emerging markets. Founded in 2020…

Africa is emerging as one of the most important testing grounds for stablecoins as digital currencies move beyond speculation and begin to serve practical financial needs. Across the continent, stablecoins are increasingly being explored as tools for faster payments, cheaper remittances, cross-border transactions, and improved access to global financial networks. Unlike traditional cryptocurrencies that often…